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Imlil to Sidi Chamharouch Day Hike

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DurationFull day (6–7 hours)
Tour typePrivate tour
GroupPrivate – your group only (1–8 hikers)
DifficultyModerate–Challenging
LanguagesEnglish & French
TicketMobile confirmation

About this tour

Sidi Chamharouch is a small shrine settlement high in the Toubkal valley – a pilgrimage site for Moroccans and the classic halfway point on the way to the summit. Reaching it and returning makes a rewarding full-day hike from Imlil.

The trail climbs steadily past Aroumd and into the upper valley, where the scenery becomes wilder with every hundred metres: sheer rock walls, scree slopes and the river far below. With 12–15 km and 800–1,000 m of ascent this is a real mountain day, so good fitness, proper boots and a licensed guide are essential.

Highlights

  • Hike the Mizane gorge past Aroumd into the high Toubkal valley
  • Reach the famous shrine of Sidi Chamharouch (≈2,350 m)
  • Dramatic scenery of cliffs, scree and mountain streams
  • Packed lunch with a view
  • Great training hike before a Toubkal summit trek

What's included

  • Private licensed mountain guide (required on this trail)
  • Packed lunch and snacks
  • Route planning and safety briefing
  • First-aid kit and emergency procedure
  • Transfer from Marrakech – available on request, ask us for a quote
  • Drinks at the trailside cafés
  • Mule hire (optional)
  • Tips for your guide (optional)

Itinerary

Stop 108:30 – Meet your guide in Imlil

Kit check, safety briefing and route overview.

Stop 209:00 – Up the Mizane gorge

Climb past Aroumd and onto the main Toubkal trail.

Stop 311:00 – Upper Toubkal valley

The valley narrows between high rock walls.

Stop 412:30 – Sidi Chamharouch

Arrive at the shrine settlement for a rest and packed lunch.

Stop 513:30 – Free time

Photos and stories about the shrine and its pilgrims.

Stop 614:00 – Descent

A careful walk back down the valley.

Stop 716:30 – Back in Imlil

Finish in the village in time to rest before dinner.

Meeting & pickup

Pickup

Meet your guide in Imlil village (exact meeting point sent with your confirmation). Private transfer from Marrakech (≈1 h 30) available on request.

End point

Back at the meeting point in Imlil – or at your Marrakech hotel if you book the transfer

Price per person by group size

Private tours get cheaper per person as your group grows. Prices include everything listed under "What's included".

1 traveller€85
2 travellers€55
3 travellers€45
4 travellers€40
5 travellers€37
6 travellers€35
7–8 travellers€32

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a guide?

Yes. A licensed local guide is required in the Toubkal National Park and is included in the price.

Is there snow on the trail?

Snow can linger on the upper section into spring. We check conditions daily and adjust or reschedule if needed.

Can I continue to Toubkal Base Camp?

Yes – choose our Toubkal Base Camp Day Hike, or book a 2-day Toubkal trek to sleep at the refuge.

Good to know

What to bring

  • Walking shoes or light boots with good grip
  • Refillable water bottle (1–2 L)
  • Sun hat, sunglasses and sunscreen
  • Warm layer – mountain air cools quickly
  • Small daypack
  • Camera or phone

Additional info

  • Confirmation is sent by email or WhatsApp after we check availability
  • Starts in Imlil village – private transfer from Marrakech on request
  • Private experience – only your group and your guide
  • Run by licensed local guides from the Imlil valley
  • Vegetarian and vegan food available on request
  • Route and timings adapt to weather, season and your pace

Cancellation policy

  • Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the experience.
  • Cancellations made less than 48 hours before: the deposit is kept as credit valid for 12 months.
  • Free date change when requested at least 24 hours in advance, subject to availability.
  • If weather or safety conditions make the tour impossible, we offer a new date or a full refund.

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